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If you are planning your trip to Cura\u00e7ao and want to explore the island with total freedom, renting a car is one of the best decisions you can make<\/strong>. Although it is a small island, many of its beaches, cultural sites and natural attractions are far from the tourist center and are not easily accessible by public transportation. <\/p>\n In this guide we share with you the best tips about car rental in Cura\u00e7ao<\/strong>, including key aspects about safety, money, legal requirements and some tricks to make your experience comfortable and without surprises.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||28px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_margin=”|auto|14px|auto||” custom_padding=”0px||34px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb content_max_width=”100%” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”–et_global_heading_font|700|||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_text_color=”#1d1d1d” header_font_size=”25px” header_line_height=”1.2em” body_font=”–et_global_body_font||||||||” body_text_color=”#1d1d1d” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” text_orientation_tablet=”center” text_orientation_phone=”center” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_css_blurb_title=”font-weight: 700;” custom_css_blurb_content=”font-weight: 400;” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/b><\/p>\n Total freedom<\/strong>: Visit beaches like Klein Cura\u00e7ao, Lagun Beach or Grote Knip without depending on cabs or tours.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Transportation savings<\/strong>: In the long run, renting a car can be more economical than paying for multiple cabs.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Comfort and air conditioning<\/strong>: Especially useful during the hot season.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Ideal for groups or families<\/strong>: Share expenses and travel at your own pace.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/curacaomyway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1.png” title_text=”1″ align=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||-5px|||” custom_padding=”||2px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||8px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_margin=”|auto|14px|auto||” custom_padding=”0px||9px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb content_max_width=”100%” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”–et_global_heading_font|700|||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_text_color=”#1d1d1d” header_font_size=”25px” header_line_height=”1.2em” body_font=”–et_global_body_font||||||||” body_text_color=”#1d1d1d” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” text_orientation_tablet=”center” text_orientation_phone=”center” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_css_blurb_title=”font-weight: 700;” custom_css_blurb_content=”font-weight: 400;” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/b><\/p>\n Minimum age<\/strong>: Generally 21 years old. Some companies may require 23 or even 25 years for certain vehicles. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n Valid driver’s license<\/strong>: Your national driver’s<\/strong> license is sufficient if it is in Latin script. You do not need an international license if you come from Spain or Latin America. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n Credit card<\/strong>: Required for the security deposit. Some companies also accept debit or even cash payments with conditions. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n Passport or identity card<\/strong>: Must be valid.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||10px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_margin=”|auto|14px|auto||” custom_padding=”0px||13px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb content_max_width=”100%” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”–et_global_heading_font|700|||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_text_color=”#1d1d1d” header_font_size=”25px” header_line_height=”1.2em” body_font=”–et_global_body_font||||||||” body_text_color=”#1d1d1d” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” text_orientation_tablet=”center” text_orientation_phone=”center” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_css_blurb_title=”font-weight: 700;” custom_css_blurb_content=”font-weight: 400;” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/b><\/p>\n Avoid surprises with these tips:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||15px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_margin=”|auto||auto|false|false” custom_padding=”0px||12px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb content_max_width=”100%” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”–et_global_heading_font|700|||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_text_color=”#1d1d1d” header_font_size=”25px” header_line_height=”1.2em” body_font=”–et_global_body_font||||||||” body_text_color=”#1d1d1d” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” text_orientation_tablet=”center” text_orientation_phone=”center” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_css_blurb_title=”font-weight: 700;” custom_css_blurb_content=”font-weight: 400;” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/b><\/p>\n Local currency<\/strong>: The Antillean guilder (NAf), although the U.S. dollar is widely accepted.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Gasoline<\/strong>: Pay in cash at most stations. Cards are not always accepted<\/strong>, so carry cash (preferably guilders).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Security deposit<\/strong>: Varies according to the car and the company. For larger companies, it can range from 200 to 500 USD. It is returned when the car is delivered undamaged. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n TIP<\/strong>: Always ask if insurance is included in the final price. Sometimes the base price seems cheap, but insurance is charged separately. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||10px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_margin=”|auto|14px|auto||” custom_padding=”0px||11px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb content_max_width=”100%” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”–et_global_heading_font|700|||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_text_color=”#1d1d1d” header_font_size=”25px” header_line_height=”1.2em” body_font=”–et_global_body_font||||||||” body_text_color=”#1d1d1d” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px|||” text_orientation_tablet=”center” text_orientation_phone=”center” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_css_blurb_title=”font-weight: 700;” custom_css_blurb_content=”font-weight: 400;” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/b><\/p>\n Cura\u00e7ao is a safe destination, but here are some useful recommendations:<\/p>\n Drive with caution at night<\/strong>, especially in poorly lit areas.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Do not leave valuables in the car<\/strong>, especially on beaches or isolated areas.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Use Waze or Google Maps<\/strong>, but save important locations offline in case there is no coverage.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Park in visible or secure places<\/strong>, especially in Willemstad and tourist areas.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||14px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_margin=”|auto|14px|auto||” custom_padding=”0px||15px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb content_max_width=”100%” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”–et_global_heading_font|700|||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_text_color=”#1d1d1d” header_font_size=”25px” header_line_height=”1.2em” body_font=”–et_global_body_font||||||||” body_text_color=”#1d1d1d” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” text_orientation_tablet=”center” text_orientation_phone=”center” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_css_blurb_title=”font-weight: 700;” custom_css_blurb_content=”font-weight: 400;” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Book in advance<\/strong> during high season (Carnival, July\/August, December).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Choose compact cars<\/strong> if you plan to visit urban areas with narrow streets.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Ask for assistance in Spanish<\/strong>, some companies offer personalized attention for Spanish speakers.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Check if you can receive the car at the airport or at your accommodation<\/strong>, many companies offer free delivery.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||28px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_margin=”|auto|14px|auto||” custom_padding=”0px||34px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_blurb content_max_width=”100%” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”–et_global_heading_font|700|||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_text_color=”#1d1d1d” header_font_size=”25px” header_line_height=”1.2em” body_font=”–et_global_body_font||||||||” body_text_color=”#1d1d1d” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” text_orientation_tablet=”center” text_orientation_phone=”center” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_css_blurb_title=”font-weight: 700;” custom_css_blurb_content=”font-weight: 400;” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n If you want a reliable service, in English and with personalized attention<\/strong>, you can book directly with us, we will help you choose the ideal car according to your route and budget! <\/p>\nWhy rent a car in Cura\u00e7ao?<\/h2>\n
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Requirements for renting a car in Cura\u00e7ao<\/h2>\n
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Unexpected expenses: what to expect<\/h2>\n
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\n \nPossible expense<\/th>\n Detail<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n Traffic fines<\/strong><\/td>\n For parking in unauthorized zones (marked with yellow lines), or speeding.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Cleaning fee<\/strong><\/td>\n Some companies charge a cleaning fee if you deliver the car very dirty, especially due to sand or mud.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Deposit withheld<\/strong><\/td>\n If there is damage, fuel shortage or late delivery, it may be deducted from the deposit.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Additional insurance<\/strong><\/td>\n The basic mandatory insurance does not cover everything. Check if there is a deductible or if you need full coverage (CDW). <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/ol>\n
Money and payment methods: what you need to know<\/h2>\n
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Driving safety in Cura\u00e7ao<\/h2>\n
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Practical tips and tricks<\/h2>\n
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Need to rent a car now?<\/h2>\n